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Adelaide's bustling dining scenes, particularly in areas like Peel and Leigh Streets, are under review by the City Council due to accessibility concerns raised by local traders and disability advocates. Despite the vibrant atmosphere, these popular spots present significant challenges for individuals with disabilities, especially those using wheelchairs.The City Council's DilemmaA recent petition by 14 Leigh Street businesses prompted the Adelaid …

It is estimated that there are around four hundred thousand people who are blind or vision-impaired in Australia. Tactile indicators are one of the best ways we can support blind and vision-impaired people to be able to move safely around in the community. Tactile indicators are used to provide warning and directional information. They can be used on footpaths to indicate a crossing or intersection coming up. They can also be used in carpeted are …

It is so important that our public spaces, centres and businesses are accessible to all members of our community. There are many products on the market that can help us to enable access and inclusion. Tactile indicators are placed on the ground, on walkways, footpaths, curbs and at intersections to provide information about the terrain and features to people who are visually impaired. A recent improvement in tactile indicators has been through th …

Tactile indicators are produced from a series of raised studs or bars and installed onto the ground. Their major function is to increase pedestrians’ awareness of their surroundings.Tactile indicators rise 5.08 mm above the ground. Their purpose is to alert visually impaired people that they have reached the entrance to a crossing or other hazardous area. Besides feeling them through footwear, tactile indicators also produce a unique sound when t …